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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 24, 1899
Page
5
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In Wellington on November 24 unknowns attempted to burn the home of attorney Harry Woods for the second time. A barn was burned earlier and his owl house and weed sheds were destroyed last night. Officials suspect a feud linked to temperance actions by Woods and say enemies are seeking revenge, with local visitors shaken by the attacks.
Numerous candidates seek the Downs postmaster appointment due next April. Local Republican figures and visiting officials from Osborne county counties weigh Smith’s chances as the contest shapes up. Delegation visits Congressman's camp before the final decision.
In Emporia on November 24 Joseph Wright, a gardener living east of town, suffered serious burns after a powder explosion while handling shells for his shotgun. He placed powder in a bomb shell, attempted to prime a cap, and a misfire caused a rapid blast, badly injuring his hands face and body. An adjacent five pound gear item was also damaged as investigators inventory the scene.
In Jewell City, residents endure enforced saloon bans as prohibitory law takes hold. A local man linked to bootlegging received 15 counts, pleaded guilty, and was sentenced by Judge Pivhler to three days in jail. Town officials vow to keep the peace and curb drink trade.
Nov. 4 report from Wichita describes Piskes Dunn of this city pleading guilty to grand larceny and being sentenced by Judge Dale to a year in the Bateliveda reform school. The case raises legal questions about female attendance at the Hutchinson facility, the state law creating the reformatory, and whether it excludes women.
A government building project is planned with support from prominent figures and the Young Men's Business association. Legislators including Speaker Henderson and Congressman J. M. Miller are involved, with efforts to secure enacted approval and committee backing for construction in the upcoming session.
Wichita plans a pleasure boat for the river with a decked hull to carry about 100 passengers. Built by RK Hildebrand of Wichita, it will be gasoline powered and reach speeds of six to twelve miles per hour. A stage, orchestra box, and refreshments facilities will be included, and the bridge adjustments will be made to accommodate the boat.
Burr Oak reports widespread progress as several new ventures begin and existing facilities improve. A school house reconstruction costs about 10 000 dollars and yields a first class opera hall with 600 seats. The upper story houses Masons Odd Fellows and Woodmen. The Burr Oak Herald adds new machinery and a power engine. M Ross, former state official, plans to move to Nebraska for stock investments. Jewell County Telephone completes lines to Burr Oak linking districts and enabling broader outside communication. A mail route expansion is planned to shorten delivery times from Burr Oak to Otero via the Hook Island Line.
Hanover November 2 reports state Hamlin Garland of Easton, noted author, married Zuber Tutt at the home of Tutt's father with only close family present. The ceremony was performed by Judge P. W. Stities of Conconla Run. The couple left for Colorado. future plans for a extended wedding tour remain unclear.
Nov. 24 Kan. In Wakefield a family from Wichita sat idle when their 10 year old daughter, known as the fat girl, collapsed during a Hazel School exhibition in Jefferson County. She died of heart disease and general bodily degeneration, weighing 311 pounds at death, far above her birth weight of nine pounds.
About forty miners at Ransomville quit work seeking nine cent per ton raise. Current price is 1.40 per ton with 1.50 demanded. In related notes Solomon Sentinel in Solomon, Kansas will cease as it merges with the Tritwon under Dan Campbell. Mrs Dinges of Abilene died aged 70 after long local service. survivor in Minneapolis and a daughter in Abilene.
Railway workers press for wage increases amid rising living costs and improving labor conditions. unions cite service needs and recent market shifts as leverage for bargain talks. provable steps include possible strikes and negotiations with management.
Topeka dispatch reports engineers and firemen push for a 15 percent wage increase amid disputed negotiations with the Santa Fe management. Grievance committees from the Brotherhoods and CWC warn of possible serious trouble if demands are not met before year’s end, with December talks planned to resolve four conditions of pay increases.
St Louis November 24 A Bemnoris member of a Peoria HL cellulose factory ordered 20 specially constructed freight cars from American Car and Foundry in St Louis. The district manager says they will be the largest of their kind, 60 feet long 18 feet high and 8 feet wide with capacity about 65 000 pounds each. They are to be finished within two weeks.
James H. Allen, former deputy warden at Leavenworth, is named agent for the Rock Island railroad in Leavenworth. He left the Rock Island office in this city after a decade and will resume the position he held ten years ago. Jewett likely moves to Leavenworth as assistant engineer and ticket agent.
Chicago dispatch reports virtually completed arrangements giving the Illinois Central control of the Minneapolis and St Louis railroad. The deal includes an independent Chicago to St Louis route and a line from Lyle to Albert Lea, linking to Fort Dodge and Omaha via a new Omaha extension. Rock Island plans new connections to St Paul, with Burlington Cedar Rapids and Northern building a 10 mile link from Albert Lea to help the service.
An Arkansas City Traveler report describes a Fourth ward quarantine with red flags posted near Sixth Street and a Frisco train stopping after an engineer sighted a flag. Local residents questioned the stopped train while officials investigated the marker setup and the response to the alert.
A Rock Island suit arises from Texas franchise tax matters as three road cases are petitioned. The Texas case involves assessment and possible revenue implications. Local officials report procedural steps ongoing with the court.
Port Worth and Denver City, Fort Worth and Rio Grande, and Chicago Rock Island and Texas railways seek recovery of alleged franchise taxes assessed by the county assessor. The suits name Rio Grande for 2117.70 and Rock Island for unspecified amounts. The court contract provides remuneration to the countians only if taxes are collected.
Ninety locomotives ordered for the New York Central and Hudson River railroad amid a $15 90 000 increase in the Central’s assets. Five engines to be built from a Vanderbilt design tested on the Mohawk division for months. The firebox feature aims for easier attachment, greater seating surface, and smoother steaming. Also notes about excursion plans and freight rate changes in Chicago and western rail routes.
Santa Fe locals report Ralph McNen from the south shop off sick. Engine 152 broke in today. James Jones went west yesterday on an extra. Fireman Sam Hatten on Marceline run. Charles Meter back to work. Engineer Ed Polly reports for war. McClain returns. Engine 64 on the plug replacing No 51 under repair. Seathill back at work. Irwit Lodge No. 280 A W Thursday evening initiation included Messer, Larkins, Grant, Sandall, Botkin, Webb, Kremer from the round Louise. Degree of Stas Jods No. 331 exemplified by special invitation.
SF dispatch reports experts forecast a two year war between the Mexican government and Yaqui factions. The piece discusses Yaqui culture, hunger, and regional impact on Sonora, noting workers and businesses suffer as tensions rise. It mentions vigilance over Yaqui movements and potential regional instability.
Kansas dairymen gather in Manhattan for the state dairy mediation conference with 1000 expected attendees. Papers include feeding and developing the Kansas dairy cow by Dan Ott, Butter Exhibitions by G L McKay, and notes from Jucot Lund and others. Awards go to Larson and Jennen for butter. Coburn discusses Eastern dairy past.
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